Did you know that 1.5M Americans have Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)? RA can be hard to diagnose because the types and severity of symptoms vary from person to person. What are the signs and symptoms of RA? How can someone get diagnosed and what can an RA sufferer do to relieve pain and experience a healthy […]
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Affecting over 33 million Americans, osteoarthritis (OA) is the most common form of arthritis. This degenerative joint disease is sometimes referenced as “wear and tear” arthritis. It occurs most frequently in the hands, hips, and knees. With OA, the cartilage within a joint begins to break down and the underlying bone begins to change. These […]
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The month of May is recognized each year as National Arthritis Awareness Month. The significance of this observation is to bring attention to a condition that currently affects over 53 million Americans and is expected to grow to over 67 million people by the year 2030. Get Moving No matter if whether you live in a rural […]
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Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical, the parent company of Hisamitsu America, the makers of Salonpas, honor that the customer is king and, as such, Salonpas continually seeks out new ways to satisfy existing customers and create new customers. ‘Salonpathy’ is the mission of promoting patch treatment culture across the world. Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical was founded in 1847 under the […]
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Feeling healthy and proud to have kicked the cigarette habit, we now have something more to worry about out. Researchers claim that too much time sitting in a chair – like most of us do in the workplace – could lead to an early death. What’s worse, the Annals of Internal Medicine study says that […]
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Studies have shown that stress and emotional issues can result in chronic pain. How can over-stressed people, suffering from chronic pain, lower their stress levels and their pain? “There is a big correlation between stress and chronic pain,” says Dr. Francine Lederer, a Clinical Psychologist in private practice in Los Angeles who is an expert […]
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Chronic pain is debilitating, but it also impacts everyone who lives with the person in pain. How can family and friends best support someone who is in chronic pain? Salonpas® shares tips and techniques on how to best support someone who suffers from daily chronic pain. The caregiver also needs to ensure that they have […]
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Managing pain during sleep is a way of life for many people who suffer from chronic back and neck pain. Chronic pain can make sleeping difficult, and some research shows that difficulty sleeping can make pain seem worse. Your doctor may be able to identify the causes of your pain, administer therapeutic treatment for alleviation […]
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For a sweetheart who suffers from aches and pains, a Valentine’s day gift that says you really care is a suite of pill-free OTC topical analgesic products from Salonpas. Reduce your partner’s pain with topical OTC products that offer a safer and more effective way to become pain free. Tuck these Salonpas products into a […]
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Are you a weekend warrior? A weekend warrior is defined as a person who engages in athletic activity on weekends with minimal or no activity during the week. Most warriors simply don’t have the time during the week to exercise with the intermittent strenuous activity increasing their risk of injury. Can a weekend warrior maintain […]
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